SVQ in Beverage Service at SCQF level 5

The Scottish Vocational Qualification (SVQ) in Beverage Service at SCQF level 5 allows candidates to demonstrate competence in job-related skills in their area of work and expertise.

This qualification covers areas such as workplace health and safety; standards of behaviour in hospitality; team working; and preparation and service of a wide range of beverages, including alcoholic drinks and non-alcoholic drinks, hot and cold drinks.

This qualification has been designed in partnership with People 1st, the Sector Skills Council for the hospitality industry, to ensure relevance to the sector.

SVQs are based on National Occupational Standards. SQA works in partnership with other organisations to ensure that National Occupational Standards (NOS) are relevant to the current and future needs of Scottish industries.

This qualification is available through employers and training providers.

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Why deliver this qualification

Successful candidates will gain an internationally-recognised qualification which guarantees that they have the skills, knowledge and abilities required to carry out their role successfully. Employers will also benefit from their employees being proficient.

Assessment is carried out in the workplace, which minimises time learners spend away from their work.

Who does this qualification suit

This SVQ is suitable for:

individuals who are currently in employment and who wish to obtain a formal qualification

Access

Entry is at the discretion of the centre.

Candidates should be in a job or placement where they are carrying out tasks and responsibilities which will allow them to gather the required evidence.

No prior qualifications are required to undertake this qualification, although experience in/knowledge of the hospitality industry would be an advantage.

Progression

The level 5 award could provide progression to:

further SVQs in the Hospitality and Professional Cookery suite at SCQF level 5 or 6

employment in the hospitality sector, perhaps in a bar, hotel, restaurant or cafe

Approval

Centres with devolved authority for approval should use their own internal approval process.

Centres without devolved authority must come forward for approval and should contact SQA’s Business Development Team for guidance.

Assessors and verifiers must be able to meet SQA’s general requirements for technical/occupational competence as outlined in the Systems and Qualification Approval Guide. The specific requirements are set out in the Assessment Strategy.

How to assess

For general information on how to assess this qualification, please refer to the document Guidance on how to assess SVQs (523 KB). For detailed guidance on how to assess this particular SVQ, please refer to the Assessment Strategy.